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Two Days in Kateel with Family Friendly Itinerary (June 2023)

  1. Day 1: Kateel Durga Parameshwari Temple
    20 minutes (10 km) from Mangalore International Airport

    Begin your day at the Kateel Durga Parameshwari Temple. This temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga Parameshwari. The morning darshan starts at 6:30 am and lasts till 1:30 pm. The temple is known for its peace, serenity and beautiful architecture. After the morning darshan, enjoy a simple South-Indian breakfast at the temple canteen. In the afternoon, head to Pilikula Nisargadhama, which is a nature park that showcases the rich biodiversity,  and houses a zoo, botanical garden, science centre and an adventure park.  The park is open from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. In the evening, visit the Panambur Beach, which is famous for its scenic beauty and water sports activities. The beach is open 24/7, and there are many food stalls where you can enjoy some local delicacies.

  2. Day 2: St. Mary's Island and Udupi Sri Krishna Matha
    1 hour 20 minutes (58 km) from Kateel

    Start your day with a visit to St. Mary's Island. It is a group of four islands that are known for their unique rock formations. You can reach the island by ferry from Malpe Beach, which takes around 20 minutes. Spend your morning exploring the island and relaxing on the beach. Afternoon, head to Udupi Sri Krishna Matha, which is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna. The temple is open from 5:00 am to 9:00 pm. You can also try the famous Udupi cuisine in the nearby restaurants. In the evening, visit the Malpe Beach, which is famous for its scenic beauty and local seafood delicacies. The beach is open 24/7, and you can enjoy some water sports activity.

Recommendations

You can also consider visiting the Mangaladevi Temple, Kadri Manjunath Temple, Tannirbhavi Beach and Kudroli Shree Gokarnanatha Kshetra. If you have an extra day, you can also visit the Jog Falls, which is around 4 hours (210 km) from Kateel. Make sure to carry sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, and comfortable shoes while visiting these places.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kateel Durga Parameshwari Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Pilikula Nisargadhama (3 hours, INR 100 per person)
  • Panambur Beach (2 hours, Free entry)
  • St. Mary's Island (4 hours, INR 500 per person including ferry ride)
  • Udupi Sri Krishna Matha (2 hours, Free entry)
  • Malpe Beach (2 hours, Free entry)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 600 per person

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